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College Basketball Playoffs: Who’s Favored and Why

March 17, 2026

The 2026 college basketball playoffs are almost here, with all 68 teams already chosen. The opening round, called the First Four, starts Tuesday and Wednesday. Big names like Duke, Arizona, Michigan and Florida are seeded first and are the clear favorites to win their early games. In the First Four

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Sports Highlights for Wednesday March 18

March 17, 2026

College men’s basketball opens at 6:40 p. m. with a First Four clash between Prairie View A&M and Lehigh in Dayton, Ohio. Later that evening, at 7 p. m. , Navy faces Wake Forest in the NIT First Round on ESPNU. The same channel shows Dayton taking on Bradley at 9 p. m. , while a second First Four ga

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March Madness 2026: Bracket Insights and Surprises Ahead

March 16, 2026

College basketball fans have been busy filling out their brackets since the 2026 NCAA Tournament field was announced. While no one can predict every game, careful analysis of each matchup can help fans spot potential upsets and confirm favorites. Below is a fresh look at the early rounds, organized

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March Madness Odds: Who’s the Real Favorite?

March 16, 2026

The 2026 NCAA tournament lineup is now locked in, so the betting lines have been updated to reflect which teams are most likely to reach the Final Four and ultimately win the title. The top four No. 1 seeds dominate the odds, with Duke holding the best chance according to BetMGM’s futures. Duke e

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Crypto Pardon Debate Stalls in Congress

March 16, 2026

In a recent round of political chatter, Senator Bernie Moreno—known for his support of cryptocurrency legislation—strongly opposed the idea that former crypto trader Sam Bankman‑Fried should receive a presidential pardon. Moreno called the businessman “a piece of shit” and urged that he face long pr

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From Pain to Poetry: A Night that Changed Lives

March 15, 2026

The evening in Iowa City felt like a quiet storm. William O’Neal II, a poet working on his latest manuscript, chose the Dublin Underground bar as a makeshift studio. The place was tucked away yet full of history, its walls lined with old liquor bottles that whispered stories. He liked the space b

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NCAA Bracket Predictions Get Clearer as Conference Finals Wrap Up

March 14, 2026

The NCAA tournament bubble is tightening after the latest conference championships. Teams still fighting for a spot are making headlines, and analysts are sharpening their guesses of who will finish in the final 68. College basketball uses the NET ranking system to assess every team’s performance.

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Weather Wildcards: Heat, Snow, Storms and More Across the U. S.

March 14, 2026

A strange mix of weather is happening at once in America. Warm, dry air and hot temperatures are moving into the Southwest while cold, icy fronts hit the Midwest and East. At the same time, heavy rains and a big storm bring snow to the Great Lakes region. In California, people are already feeling M

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Brackets in Motion: How the 2026 NCAA Picks Are Shifting

March 13, 2026

The path to March Madness is tightening as the last conference tournaments finish. Teams that were once on the bubble are now in the spotlight, and the top seeds may change depending on a few key games. The NCAA uses an advanced system called NET Rankings to decide who gets in and where they sit on

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LED Court Glitches: Big 12’s New Surface Sparks Debate

March 13, 2026

The Big 12 recently switched to a full LED glass floor for its basketball tournaments, sparking mixed feelings among players and coaches. Some see the flashy design as a marketing win for the conference, while others worry about player safety and performance. During last week’s women’s tournament